Medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) by the United States reached $167.3 million in 2024 (195.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 63 countries. Value fell 5% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $262.7 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $167.3M | 195.9K t |
| 2023 | $176.4M | 214.2K t |
| 2022 | $209.8M | 238.9K t |
| 2021 | $207.1M | 262.1K t |
| 2020 | $180.7M | 253.5K t |
| 2019 | $229.7M | 317.8K t |
| 2018 | $262.7M | 355.0K t |
| 2017 | $241.6M | 341.4K t |
Where the United States exports medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (33%), China (11%), Italy (7%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $55.8M | 33% |
| China | $18.0M | 11% |
| Italy | $12.5M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $11.9M | 7.1% |
| Taiwan | $10.1M | 6.1% |
| France | $6.8M | 4.1% |
| South Korea | $6.1M | 3.7% |
| Colombia | $6.1M | 3.6% |
| Bangladesh | $5.3M | 3.2% |
| Morocco | $5.0M | 3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.85 per kg, close to the world average of $0.78.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) worth $7.0 million (7.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Australia (45%), Canada (17%), Honduras (17%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+306% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $3.2M | 46% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 18% |
| Honduras | $1.2M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $405K | 5.8% |
| Finland | $392K | 5.6% |
| China | $263K | 3.8% |
| Sweden | $162K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $49K | 0.7% |
| Mexico | $30K | 0.4% |
| Taiwan | $23K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) exports (HS 4804.41): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 4804.41: Kraft paper and paperboard: uncoated, unbleached, weight more than 150g/m2 but less than 225g/m2, in rolls or sheets, other than that of heading no. 4802 or 4803.
Common questions
What is the value of medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) exported by the United States?
The United States exported medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) worth $167.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 195.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 63 countries worldwide, with 35% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 33% of the value ($55.8 million), followed by China (11%) and Italy (7%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 52 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 22% on the year.
What is the average export price of medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.85 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $0.78 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $241.6 million in 2017 to $167.3 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2018 at $262.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $209.4 million a year.
Does the United States also import medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2)?
Yes. The United States imported $7.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Australia, Canada and Honduras. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $160.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2)?
The HS code for medium unbleached kraft paper (150-225g/m2) is subheading 4804.41. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4804 page.
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